Comparing this season with last season: "I feel like we're further ahead than last year. Last year, we weren't as far along with our plays and getting them down. This year, we're really getting them more crisp and fundamental and getting everything down."

On whether the Falcons take more pride in their offense or their defense: "It's about even. I mean, the defensive coach loves defense and the offensive coach loves offense, but in general, both win games."